Study shows U.S. meat consumption remains strong
A recent study released by the North American Meat Institute and the Food Industry Association (FMI) shows that meat consumption among Americans remains high, with 80% of Americans describing themselves as meat eaters. The [...]
Abbott declares state of disaster in Texas counties
Governor Greg Abbott yesterday declared a state of disaster in nine Southeast Texas counties after severe weather and flooding. Abbott [...]
Sorghum farmers prepare for sugarcane aphid increase
Early indications suggest that Texas sorghum farmers will continue to battle sugarcane aphids this year as their numbers keep rising. [...]
Take defense against spring pests
By Shala Watson TFB Public Relations Intern Spring green up is here and the warmer temperatures are bringing unwelcome guests—flies [...]
Bacon wins TFB Collegiate Discussion Meet
Agriculture’s future is bright, and college students took advantage of opportunities to discuss its future during Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) [...]
State agencies promote Soil and Water Stewardship Week
The Association of Texas Soil & Water Conservation Districts and Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board are working in [...]
Farms face increased financial pressure
This week, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall told lawmakers low commodity prices and falling net farm income are [...]
Cotton farmers evaluate planting options
Decision time is here for High Plains cotton farmers as planting season approaches. With low commodity prices, input costs rising [...]
New online beef resources available
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Texas Beef Council have developed a new comprehensive website that offers instructional [...]